Lao Ma is the second son of Chunni's parents. He is described as coming to Chunni's mother's room with his child, casually picking at his eye boogers. Like his brothers, he and his family are part of the three branches receiving divided property. He and his wife initially attempt to get free meals from their mother, looking at the empty pot with disappointment. He is one of the three sons whose families are affected by the land and property division in Yujiacun.
